Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine: An Overview

Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (NSU-KPCOM) is a private medical school located in Davie, Florida and has an additional campus in Clearwater, Florida. As an academic division of Nova Southeastern University, NSU-KPCOM holds the distinction of being the first osteopathic medical school established in the Southeastern United States.

History and Evolution

Founded in 1981 in North Miami Beach, Florida, the institution was initially known as the Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine (SECOM). In 1986, with the addition of the College of Pharmacy and the College of Optometry, the school became the "Southeastern University of Health Sciences." A significant turning point occurred in 1994 when Southeastern University merged with Nova University, resulting in the creation of Nova Southeastern University. The College of Osteopathic Medicine relocated from North Miami Beach to Davie, Florida, in 1996.

In September 2017, NSU received a substantial $200 million commitment from the Patel Family Foundation, leading to the renaming of the College of Medicine as the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine. Further expansion occurred in 2019 with an additional $50 million donation from the Patel Family, enabling NSU to establish a second DO program in Clearwater, FL, as part of the College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Admissions

Nova Southeastern University receives over 3,000 applications each year to fill a class of 180 students. The college has a competitive admissions process. All AACOMAS applicants receive a secondary application, but not everyone that applies is granted an interview. Interviews begin in October and consist of a session with a panel of health professionals including a DO.

Prerequisites and Requirements

Applicants must fulfill specific academic prerequisites, including:

8 hours of Biology with labs
8 hours of Chemistry with labs
8 hours of Organic Chemistry with labs
8 hours of Physics with labs
Three semester hours of English Literature
Three hours of English Composition

The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is a mandatory component of the application, and the test score should be no more than three years old.

Dual Admission Program

NSU offers a Dual Admission program as one of its Premier Programs. This program allows students to earn any bachelor’s degree and their Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.). For the six- and seven-year tracks, 90 major and general education credits must be completed. Students in the 3+4 D.O. program must maintain a 3.5 cumulative and science GPA. All grades for retaken courses will be included. Students who enter the 3+4 D.O. are advised to prepare for the MCAT.

Curriculum and Programs

Societies

Upon matriculation, first-year medical students are placed into one of ten societies. At the white coat ceremony, held before the beginning of the first medical school year, students are officially inducted or "pinned" into their society. Each society is overseen by a faculty member who serves as an advisor and mentor throughout the student's medical school years. Students participate in various social and academic events throughout the year to earn points for their society. The society with the most overall points at the end of each year receives the College of Osteopathic Medicine Cup, or COM-Cup.

Master of Science in Foundational and Integrated Medical Sciences (MS FIMS)

NSU offers an innovative Master of Science in Foundational and Integrated Medical Sciences (MS FIMS) program. Designed by the College of Osteopathic Medicine faculty members, the program offers direct entry into the D.O. program at two distinct points within the master’s program. Direct entry can be attained upon completion of year one’s curriculum, or year two upon program completion, with a 500 or higher cumulative MCAT by May 1st and a 3.6 or higher program GPA. Students are also guaranteed an interview at the conclusion of both year one and year two, with a 500 or higher cumulative MCAT score by May 1st and a program GPA of 3.3-3.59.

Osteopathic Medicine Research Fellowship

The Osteopathic Medicine Research Fellowship program is available to students after completion of OMS II. Students wishing to take part in the OSM II Fellowship Research program, will be considered after completion of OMS II. The fellowship expands the medical school training period from four to five years by converting the two-year clinical clerkship into a three-year Fellowship. The fellows assist in all classroom and practical training activities, as well as the development of, and participation in, research projects. under the supervision of faculty members. A fellowship certificate is awarded upon completion of the program.

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This program is designed to enhance their ability to understand research literature. in research studies. Students will also gain extensive experience working with institutional review boards. advisor, completing all academic coursework as outlined in the individualized training plan and have taken the COMLEX-Level 1 Exam by the start of the fellowship year. In addition, students will complete CITI training. conducting an individual research project, the writing of scholarly articles, or participate in an ongoing study. For the student’s involvement, NSU will pay the student’s tuition for years 3, 4, and 5 of the their Fellow’s medical training.

Clinical Training Program

A notable aspect of the clinical training program is a three-month clinical rotation at a rural or urban underserved area. This rotation allows students to learn about health care needs of various cultural and ethnic groups whose lifestyles and attitudes toward health care differ from those the student will see in more traditional sites. selected students.

International Medical Programs

Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine is committed to providing health care to underserved, international communities. The mission of the outreach programs is to provide access to medical care in underserved and vulnerable countries to improve the health and wellness of those populations most in need. The goal is to establish long-term relationships that allow revisits to each community multiple times over several years until the community can maintain its medical status independently. Moreover, volunteers experience and share in a new culture. brings progress and success in community wellness. their clinical skills in settings that may have medical and public health challenges different from their own. that serves to enrich us all.

NSU-KPCOM offers one-to two-week medical outreach trips for volunteer physicians, nurses, medical students, and other medical and non-medical individuals. as each outreach trip allows. They provide medical assistance in areas where health care is limited or difficult to obtain and establish partnerships with the local clinics. from various clubs, assist in the planning and coordination of various international medical outreach programs. and Dominican Republic. Fourth year students can complete rural/underserved selective rotations at international locations. and complimentary care. inaugural semester in the D.O. Elaine M. Wallace, D.O., M.S. first year of medical education at the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine. The program is by invitation only. in any undergraduate major. completion of the first year of medical education at the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Notable Alumni

NSU-KPCOM has produced several notable alumni, including:

Will Kirby, D.O., FAOCD ('00) - Clinical and Cosmetic Dermatologist; leading authority on laser tattoo removal; winner of CBS's Big Brother; has appeared on The Young and the Restless; and star of
Tyler Cymet, D.O.
Ross Zafonte, D.O.
Ronald Renuart, D.O.

Leadership

The Dean of Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine is Elaine M. Wallace, D.O., M.S.

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